Main prediction: Chicago Fire to win in regular time
Alternative tip: double chance Chicago Fire
Other market: over 10.5 corners
Seattle Sounders and Chicago Fire face each other this 29/08 (Saturday), at Lumen Field (The Clink), at 21:30, in the MLS 2026.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Seattle Sounders have won 0 time(s). Chicago Fire have won 3. Chicago Fire appear as favourites with a 34% chance on the betting platforms.
Check the teams' current form, where to watch the match, line-ups and the prediction for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire.
Prediction for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire
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Overview Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire are favourites, with a 34% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Chicago Fire Football Club win are at 2.42 and a draw at 4.36.
In the Major League Soccer, Seattle Sounders have 7 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 9 defeat(s), with 22 goal(s) scored and 27 conceded. The top scorer is Paul Rothrock, with 5 goal(s). On the other side, Chicago Fire have 11 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 37 goal(s) scored and 26 conceded. Hugo Cuypers is the top scorer with 13 goal(s).
Seattle Sounders have conceded goals in all of their last 7 clashes against Chicago Fire.
Seattle Sounders are winless in 9 matches in the competition.
Seattle Sounders have conceded goals in their last 14 matches in the competition.
Chicago Fire are unbeaten in 4 matches in the league.
Chicago Fire have conceded goals in their last 7 matches in the league.
In the last 3 matches involving Chicago Fire, all had under 9.5 corners.
Head-to-head between Seattle Sounders and Chicago Fire
In 16 clashes, Seattle Sounders have the advantage over Chicago Fire: 10 win(s) against 4 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 30/06/2024, in the MLS. Seattle Sounders won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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Seattle Sounders: current form
Seattle Sounders are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
7 win(s), 4 draw(s), 9 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.25 point(s) per match
22 goals scored (1.1 per match)
Top scorer: Paul Rothrock (5 goal(s))
Chicago Fire: current form
For the visitors, Chicago Fire have played 20 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
11 win(s), 3 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.8 point(s) per match
37 goals scored (1.85 per match)
Top scorer: Hugo Cuypers (13 goal(s))
Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire key players
In the MLS, Paul Rothrock carries Seattle Sounders Football Club's attack with 5 goal(s).
The playmaker is Albert Rusnák, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Paul Rothrock has 5 goal(s).
On the other side, Hugo Cuypers is the name that frightens the most for The Men in Red with 13 goal(s) in the MLS.
In terms of playmaking, Philip Zinckernagel leads in assists with 8. In the whole season, Hugo Cuypers has accumulated 13 goal(s).
Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire statistics in the MLS
Seattle Sounders have an average of 11.2 corners and 1.75 cards per match. Meanwhile, Chicago Fire have 9.45 corners and 2.45 cards. See the numbers for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire in the table below.
Seattle Sounders
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L L L |
0.2 |
| Home | L L L L W |
0.6 |
| Away | D L L L L |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 35% | 44% | 27% |
| Goals | 2.45 | 3.33 | 1.73 |
| Scored | 1.1 | 1.56 | 0.73 |
| Conceded | 1.35 | 1.78 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 55% | 67% | 45% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 11% | 36% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 22% | 27% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 33% | 45% |
|
xG
|
1.52 | 1.74 | 1.34 |
|
xGA
|
1.6 | 1.51 | 1.67 |
Chicago Fire
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W W L |
2 |
| Home | W W W L L |
1.8 |
| Away | D W L L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 55% | 70% | 40% |
| Goals | 3.15 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Scored | 1.85 | 2 | 1.7 |
| Conceded | 1.3 | 1.1 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 60% | 80% |
| Without Conceding | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Failed To Score | 5% | 0% | 10% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 80% | 60% |
|
xG
|
1.53 | 1.76 | 1.3 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
More tips for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire
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Correct score prediction for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: Seattle Sounders 0-1 Chicago Fire. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire
Check out where to watch the live match between Chicago Fire and Seattle Sounders:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Seattle Sounders and Chicago Fire
The line-ups for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Seattle Sounders Football Club line-up
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4
Ryan Sailor
Defender
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14
Paul Rothrock
Forward
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26
Andrew Thomas
Goalkeeper
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30
Edson Carli
Midfielder
-
35
Antino Lopez
Defender
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37
Snyder Brunell
Midfielder
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39
Stuart Hawkins
Defender
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45
Peter Kingston
Midfielder
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85
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi
Defender
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90
Sebastian Gomez
Midfielder
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95
Osaze De Rosario
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Chicago Fire Football Club line-up
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1
Christopher Brady
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2
Leonardo Barroso
Defender
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5
Samual Rogers
Defender
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7
Maren Haile-Selassie
Midfielder
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11
Philip Zinckernagel
Forward
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14
Viktor Radojević
Defender
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16
Joel Waterman
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17
Robin Lod
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19
Jonathan Bamba
Forward
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22
Mauricio Pineda
Defender
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47
Samuel Williams
Midfielder
The Chicago Fire starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire
Match: Seattle Sounders vs Chicago Fire
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 29/08/2026
Time: 21:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Lumen Field (The Clink)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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